Calvin Austin III has had a bit of a bumpy road during his 2025 season. Coming off the heels of a much-improved 2024 campaign, he was expected to step up and be a true WR2 alongside DK Metcalf. And his presence on the roster is a big part of the reason the Steelers didn’t bring in another big-name receiver this offseason.
He’s having some nice moments, but injuries are keeping him from getting into a complete rhythm this year. After a couple of quiet outings in recent weeks, former NFL receiver Chad Johnson wonders whether the Steelers are using him correctly.